Botulinum toxin treatment for excessive salivation — known as hypersalivation or sialorrhea — in Rett syndrome can effectively reduce saliva production and may also improve oral motor function, a study reports. The study, “The Treatment of Hypersalivation in Rett Syndrome with Botulinum…
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After the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved an investigational new drug application for Anavex 2-73, Anavex Life Sciences is proceeding with its Phase 2 clinical trial of the medication in Rett syndrome patients, the company announced. The trial (NCT03758924) will assess the safety, tolerability,…
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